MUSIC REVIEWS

   Artist: Engine.
Title: Silhouette on Black
Label: N/A

Catalog #: N/A
UPC #: 8 25346 66162 9
Release Date: 2004
Genre: Alternative Metal/Hard Rock

http://www.engineband.net
"Silhouette on Black" has to be one the best underground alternative metal CDs on the scene today. From the engine grinding opening riff (no pun intended) of "Show Me Yours" to the aural landscapes and progressive stylings of "Zeit", it is plain to see that Engine. is not a band that should be taken lightly.

This 4 piece ensemble consisting of Jonathan Ehlers on guitar, Tony Falco on drums, Matt Deluxe on bass, and Nick LaTrick on vocals has created something that many other major/indie acts have failed to accomplish in recent years... a product that you actually enjoy listening to from beginning to end.

In fact, each of the 10 tracks on this indie release exude a great deal of depth, sincerity, and musicianship that has not been present since the appearance of CDs (yes there was a time when people actually bought and listened to those large black wax things you may find at a local garage sale near you).

No matter what your musical preference is, one good listen to this CD will awaken that side of your brain that has been murdered by a collapsing record industry and it's idea of what is good music. "Silhouette on Black" is a well crafted piece of art that flows together meaningfully like scenes in a great classic movie. That being said, it would be no shock if several of these songs happen to appear in a movie soundtrack really soon.

The only complaint that can be made about this CD is that there is a hauntingly beautiful tune that is tucked away in a ghost track that appears 5 minutes after the completion of the last song. So, if you are one of those people that stops your CD when the music ends, it would be wise to wait and experience what Engine. can do with an a couple of acoustic guitars, a mandolin, and some well placed vocal harmonies

Engine. and "Silhouette on Black" should be held as the new standard for all rockers to aspire to.

- James Lane, HotIndieNews.com